Renowned Canadian actor Kiefer Sutherland found himself in legal turmoil following his arrest in Hollywood on allegations of physically assaulting and issuing criminal threats to a ride-share driver. The incident occurred at approximately 12:15 AM PST on Monday at the intersection of Sunset Boulevard and Fairfax Avenue, according to the Los Angeles Police Department’s Hollywood Division.
The LAPD confirmed that Sutherland entered the vehicle and subsequently engaged in physical altercation with the driver, though authorities noted the victim sustained no injuries during the confrontation. The 59-year-old actor, best known for his iconic portrayal of counterterrorism agent Jack Bauer in the thriller series ’24’ and as the accidental president in ‘Designated Survivor,’ was taken into custody and later released after posting $50,000 bail.
Sutherland, son of legendary actor Donald Sutherland, is scheduled to appear in court on February 2nd to address the charges. This incident marks another chapter in the actor’s history with law enforcement, which includes previous arrests for driving under the influence and probation violation in 2007 that resulted in a 48-day jail sentence, as well as prior assault charges in 2009 that were ultimately dismissed. His most recent encounter with police occurred in 2020 for an illegal U-turn maneuver in Hollywood.
The LAPD’s Hollywood Division has launched a full investigation into the circumstances surrounding the alleged assault. Representatives for the acclaimed actor have not yet responded to media inquiries regarding the incident.